What is the percentage of overloading when an 11-passenger car seats 11 people?
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An 11-passenger car seating 11 people is overloaded by 80%. The following are the hazards of driving an overloaded vehicle: 1. Damage to road infrastructure: Due to the load of overloaded vehicles far exceeding the design load of roads and bridges, it causes road surface damage, bridge fractures, and significantly shortens the service life. 2. Increased danger: Overloaded vehicles have increased mass and inertia, leading to longer braking distances and higher risks. If severely overloaded, it may cause tire blowouts, sudden deviation, brake failure, rollovers, and other accidents due to excessive tire load and deformation. Additionally, overloading affects the vehicle's steering performance, making it prone to accidents due to loss of steering control. 3. Impact on road traffic flow: Overloaded vehicles cannot reach normal speeds, occupying lanes for extended periods, directly affecting the smooth flow of traffic.